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The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

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Take a walk through a vineyard to raise awareness

Take a walk through a vineyard to raise awareness

April 25, 2013

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor   People who enjoy good food, wine and walking for a good cause should mark their calendars for the April 28. The Our Nicholas Foundation (ONF), a local non-profit organization in Temecula that seeks to raise awareness for autism and raise funds for families...

Therapy dogs heading to campus May 2

Therapy dogs heading to campus May 2

April 25, 2013

By Juliana Stumpp A&E Editor   At the end of every semester, “Pause for Paws” is an event that takes place in front of Kellogg Library, where certified therapy dogs are awaiting stressed students to send some love their way. The foundation that sponsors these college-based events, “Love...

Busy month of Gaypril draws to a close

Busy month of Gaypril draws to a close

April 25, 2013

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer The month of Gaypril has been jam-packed with many amazing events that have blown away the students, staff and faculty on campus. While Gaypril may be almost over, there are still a few more opportunities to take part in the festivities. The Pride Center...

Hungry Bear Restaurant

Restaurant Review: Hungry Bear has great sandwiches

April 25, 2013

By Ryan Downs Staff Writer   Tucked away in a corner of Escondido near Centre City Parkway is the Hungry Bear Restaurant, a personality-rich and unique sub-shop whose notoriety has apparently managed to reach San Marcos. Hungry Bear is open most of the day and is usually crowded, a fair example...

Jessies Recipe Corner: Chicken soup for the students soul

Jessie’s Recipe Corner: Chicken soup for the student’s soul

April 25, 2013

By Jessie Gambrell Staff Writer It is the season of spring colds, flus, allergies and whatever kind of sickness you can think of during this last month of school. Well, I have a wonderful recipe from my mother that will set you back on track and get you ready for the finals ahead!   You will...

GALLERY: International Fair draws a festive crowd

GALLERY: International Fair draws a festive crowd

April 19, 2013

Story and photos by Kristin Melody Co-Editor Hundreds of students gathered for the 11 annual international fair held in Library Plaza on April 18. Organized by the University Global Affairs Committee, the fair features cultural booths and free food and live entertainment. The vent was co-sponsored...

Runner, actor, musician look at how sports and art connect

Runner, actor, musician look at how sports and art connect

April 18, 2013

The Cougar Chronicle Staff Sports and the arts may seem like very different subjects, but three Cal State San Marcos professors and coaches held a panel discussion March 27 where they discussed how the two disiciplines interconnect. Organized by Dr. Merry Goldberg, chair of the Visual and Performing...

Writer unveils top 10 nearby discoveries

Writer unveils top 10 nearby discoveries

April 11, 2013

By Kyle Coday As a new writer for The Cougar Chronicle, I wanted to show the readers some discoveries I made during spring break from music, movies, TV shows, books, and even places to check out. Woodkid’s “The Golden Age” Yoann Lemoine (a.k.a. Woodkid) is a music video director that...

Freshman at top of her game with best-selling novel

Freshman at top of her game with best-selling novel

April 10, 2013

By Bobby Rivera Staff Writer There is a multitude of ways that we can now read a book, and many of those choices are at the touch of a keyboard. The development of the eBook, or digital book, makes it easier to read about every topic imaginable and is used by millions around the globe. Publishing...

‘Gaypril’ goal to raise awareness

April 10, 2013

By Juliana Stumpp A&E Editor During the month of April, both the Gender Equity Center and LGBTQA Pride Center are hosting events that every college student, male and female, should know about. For many of us, our first moments at CSUSM began the summer before our freshman year with orientation....

The Ombuds Office: ‘Buds’ not counselors

The Ombuds Office: ‘Buds’ not counselors

April 10, 2013

Neutral advising on various life topics By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor Students, staff and faculty have an office on campus to go for advising in a confidential setting with a unique group of advisors. The Office of University Ombuds seeks to give all students, faculty and staff members on campus...

GAYpril the month for Pride celebration

GAYpril the month for Pride celebration

April 10, 2013

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer April has arrived, and with it comes the early celebration of LGBT+ pride. The Pride Center on campus is gearing up for this month, known as “Gaypril,” with many activities planned and scheduled. Such activities include discussion groups, social events,...

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